Definitions
1.noun(grammar) The dative case.
2.adjective(grammar) Noting the case of a noun which expresses the remoter or indirect object, generally indicated in English by to or for with the objective.
3.adjectiveIn one’s gift; capable of being disposed of at will and pleasure, as an office or other privilege.
4.adjectiveRemovable, as distinguished from perpetual; — said of an officer.
5.adjectiveGiven by a judge, as distinguished from being cast upon a party by the law itself.
6.adjectiveFormed by two electrons contributed by one atom; see dative bond.